Just a quick drive or train ride from either San Francisco or San Jose is a local city brimming with culinary delights and a vibrant downtown.

“White Irises in Filoli Gardens” by Charlotte Severin. (Image courtesy Firehouse Arts) The brainchild of Meghana Mitragotri, the exhibit open through March 8 in downtown Pleasanton brings together the ...

But after using an indoor garden for three years, I’m a convert. It’s really useful as insurance that I’ll always have fresh herbs — it’s like a tiny farmers’ market stand in my ...

Since Filoli became a public garden in 1975, the historic Vegetable Garden has remained a hidden sliver of the garden. Concealed by a large hedge on the east side of the rose garden, the space had ...

When Jo Thompson trained as a garden designer at the turn of the millennium it was peak minimalist garden, with its expansive and pristine hard landscaping, monocultures and dark reflective pools.

Kew Gardens is a photography paradise. With an array of vibrant plants and serene landscapes, there's a photo opportunity around every corner. Here are the top seven places to visit with your camera ...

If you or the one you love adores flowers, consider planning a California road trip to explore these stunning gardens. They amaze visitors with their vivid colors and exquisite displays.

You can combine pansies and herbs in this hanging basket. It can hang on your front door for a warm welcome or for easy use when cooking fall stews in your garden. To put this basket together, find a ...

Since Filoli became a public garden in 1975, the historic Vegetable Garden has remained a hidden sliver of the garden. Concealed by a large hedge on the east side of the rose garden, the space had ...

About 5,000 people are expected to descend on Filoli, which includes a 54,000-square-foot Georgian revival-style mansion and 16 acres of English Renaissance gardens, according to Bemko. Those ...

But there’s still a way to get a summer art fix, with the added benefit of a scenic setting, too: Filoli in Woodside is making the most of its sprawling gardens by hosting an art walk July 25-26. The ...